Essence of Borneo

KOTA KINABALU: Get ready for a jazz extravaganza like no other! The fifth edition of Sepilok Jazz is coming to the Rainforest Discovery Centre in Sepilok, Sandakan, on September 4 and 5, promising two days of incredible music, vibrant atmosphere, and unforgettable performances from some of the best artistes Malaysia and beyond have to offer. This year’s line-up is packed with talent. Fans will be thrilled to see acclaimed singer Sheila Amzah taking the stage, alongside beloved local acts such as the Roger Wang Trio, Yap King String Quartet, and Janet & WVC Quartet. International jazz stars include Italy’s Mezzotono, Indonesia’s Class Acts 80s, and Singapore’s JASSYO, among others — a truly global celebration of jazz. Alexander Yee, founder of the Sepilok Jazz Festival, shared his excitement: “This is set to be the biggest festival we’ve ever hosted. We’ve got 105 musicians signed up so far, and we’re expecting to more than double last year’s attendance of 2,200 — aiming for at leas...